1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
